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Tech Specs

All materials and construction processes utilised in the making of these garments are chosen for their eco-friendly nature. And...all of these clothes are designed for comfort and unique funkiness, with care given to being a wild woman who needs pockets and to swing free.

Fabric Composition

100% Hemp Linen
This fabric is made from long fibres of Cannabis Sativa, processed using traditional linen methods to create a naturally breathable, soft, and durable textile. The result is a refined hemp linen with the following qualities.

  • Hypoallergenic

  • Antibacterial & antimicrobial

  • Moisture-wicking & highly breathable

  • UV-resistant

  • Genuinely biodegradable

  • Anti-static and thermoregulating

  • Grown without synthetic fertilisers or pesticides

  • Machine washable - gentle cycle for longevity​

  • Natural fibres are always best dried in the shade 

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Why Hemp Linen?

Hemp is one of the oldest cultivated fibres on Earth, and it remains one of the most sustainable. When grown for textiles, hemp requires significantly less water, land, and chemical input than cotton. It thrives without synthetic pesticides, and the long, naturally twisted fibres (with a counter-clockwise grain) produce a fabric that is strong yet breathable — perfect for garments that are worn often and loved for years.

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Environmental Impact

Cultivated from specially selected fibre varieties of Cannabis Sativa, hemp is a regenerative crop that improves the health of the soil it grows in. It increases organic matter, prevents erosion, and is capable of phytoremediation — drawing heavy metals and toxins from contaminated soils.

Research is ongoing to ensure hemp remains free of pharmaceutical or genetic intervention as it enters the global textile market, with many growers and producers advocating for ecologically sound, open-source practices.

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End of Life

All of these 100% hemp linen garments are biodegradable and compostable. At the end of their life cycle, they return to the earth without leaving a trace — a beautiful alternative to synthetics or blended fibres that persist in landfill for decades.

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Production & Provenance

This hemp linen is produced in China — a country with a rich and long-standing history of hemp cultivation and textile innovation.

All efforts are made to work only with suppliers who maintain fair labour practices and who share the commitment to environmental stewardship and traceabiliy.

Thread & Construction

I use 100% Güttermann Cotton Thread for all  of the sewing — the best available natural option while true hemp thread for garment construction is still in development. This ensures your garment remains fully biodegradable, without the lasting impact of synthetic fibre pollution.

Unlike most mass-produced garments, I do not use polyester thread. Polyester is a petroleum-based plastic (polyethylene terephthalate, or PET) that is neither biodegradable nor environmentally benign. It can take up to 200 years to break down in landfill, and sheds microplastics with every wash, entering waterways and harming aquatic ecosystems. While technologies are emerging to address polyester’s end-of-life issues, the problem of microplastic pollution persists.

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No Overlocking

Overlocking — the industrial default — is fast and convenient, but thread-intensive and reliant on synthetics. It uses far more thread than necessary and almost always relies on polyester. These short-term savings come at a long-term ecological cost.

Instead, I embrace slower, cleaner, and more conscious methods:

  • Zigzag finishes on all raw seams — simple, effective, and sufficient.

  • Traditional tailoring techniques, such as French seams, which pre-date overlockers and are known for their durability, comfort, and elegance.

By choosing quality finishing over mass efficiency, we honour both the garment’s longevity and the Earth’s limits.

Colour & Dye

I hand-dye many of my garments using Procion Fibre Reactive Dyes, designed to bond with natural plant fibres like hemp and organic cotton. These dyes form a permanent molecular bond, resulting in rich, long-lasting colours that resist fading and wear. This supports one of the most sustainable practices we have: loving and wearing our garments for a long time.

To set the dye, I use soda ash and salt — natural, biodegradable fixatives that improve colourfastness without harmful mordants.

  • Soda ash raises the pH to activate the dye’s bonding process.

  • Salt helps the dye adhere more evenly to the fibre, enhancing depth and clarity of tone.

Whenever possible, I use the Japanese technique of Shibori, a traditional method of resist dyeing that involves folding, twisting, or binding fabric before colour application. Shibori introduces beautiful irregularities — waves, ripples, fractals — making each garment truly one-of-a-kind.

No two dye baths are ever exactly the same, and I embrace that. Each piece carries the mark of slow craft, intentional colourwork, and the joyful unpredictability of working with water, cloth, and time.

While Procion dyes are synthetic, they are low-impact when used responsibly. I dye in small batches, use minimal water, and dispose of dye baths thoughtfully. I also continue to explore different dye alternatives, and celebrate undyed garments that honour the raw beauty of the hemp itself.

Stamp Inks

For hand-printed details and label stamps, I use Aquatex Inks — a water-based, artist-quality ink developed for natural fibres. Aquatex inks are non-toxic, low-VOC, and free from harsh solvents, making them a safer choice for both the maker and the Earth.

These inks bind well to plant-based fabrics like hemp and cotton and are heat-set for permanence, ensuring they won’t wash out or fade easily over time. Their soft handle means the stamped areas remain breathable and flexible, never stiff or plasticky.

Each hand carved stamp is applied by hand, bringing a subtle irregularity that reflects the slow, intentional making process behind every garment. It’s another way each piece becomes its own quiet original.

Stamp Messages

Each garment has a sewn on, frayed edge, hand-stamped patch that conveys meaningful messages reflecting the heart of this collection:
 

  • Chew — a reminder to nourish the digestion of everything that we come into contact with, be it food, friends, or social media. When we take the time to chew, reflect, and make our own sense of things we are more balanced and creative.

  • Hear Here — an invitation to listen deeply and be fully present in the moment.

  • Team Earth — a declaration of our belonging to, and responsibility for, this planet we share.

  • Green Loveheart — a symbol of deep, abiding love for Nature and all its beings.​

 

These stamps are not just marks; they are intentions stitched softly into your garment’s story, encouraging a mindful, connected way of living.

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